marshal vs martial
Definitions
verb
- lead ceremoniously, as in a procession
- make ready for action or use
- place in proper rank
- arrange in logical order
noun
- a law officer having duties similar to those of a sheriff in carrying out the judgments of a court of law
- (in some countries) a military officer of highest rank
Examples
But he likes the feeling of pride he gets when marshaling a bomber plane to the runway for a launch - no matter the weather.
Marshals struggled in vain to prevent spectators rushing onto the racetrack.
The editorial begins with a recapitulation of the basic argument marshaled by the Bush administration regarding his past actions while on the board of directors of Harken Energy.
Definitions
noun
- Roman poet noted for epigrams (first century BC)
Examples
Matthew, who is studying for his A-levels, is a fitness fanatic with a black belt in the martial art ikedo.
The word judo translates to "gentle way," and this martial art focuses on using an opponent's strength and weight to one's advantage.
The court martial highlighted confusion among high-ranking military officers about whether conditioning was lawful or not.
